Wyoming Unit 100 Pronghorn Antelope Hunting Guide
Wyoming Unit 100 offers pronghorn antelope hunters a compelling combination of high-altitude terrain, strong public land access, and consistently impressive harvest success rates. Sitting between 6,244 and 8,607 feet in elevation across 539,075 total acres, this is a unit that demands attention from serious pronghorn hunters who want real opportunity backed by numbers. With 58% public land, hunters have meaningful access to work without being entirely dependent on private land permission — though strategic planning still matters at this scale.
Unit 100 sits in a category of Wyoming pronghorn units where the data tells a straightforward story: when conditions align and hunters put in their scouting time, the success rates speak for themselves. Recent harvest history shows consistent performance across multiple years, and the counties overlapping this unit carry a respectable trophy pedigree. For hunters weighing their Wyoming pronghorn options, this unit deserves a close look before the application window opens.
Harvest Success Rates
The harvest numbers for Unit 100 across recent seasons reflect a unit that delivers results. According to data compiled by HuntPilot, the four most recent seasons show the following:
- 2025: 98 hunters, 89 harvested — 91% success
- 2024: 103 hunters, 74 harvested — 72% success
- 2023: 129 hunters, 93 harvested — 72% success
- 2022: 347 hunters, 291 harvested — 84% success
A few critical observations from this data set. First, the 2025 season hit 91% — the highest mark in this four-year window — on a smaller hunter cohort of 98. That kind of success rate on a limited-entry pronghorn hunt is exceptional by any standard. Second, the dramatic difference in hunter count between 2022 (347 hunters) and subsequent years (98–129 hunters) reflects a shift in tag allocation that has moved this unit toward a more controlled, quality-focused management approach. As hunter numbers dropped, success rates remained strong — in 2025 they improved significantly.
For context, Wyoming-wide pronghorn success rates typically range in the low-to-mid 70s for most units. Unit 100's consistent performance at or above that threshold, with a recent spike to 91%, positions it as one of the stronger-performing units in the state based on recent data.
Trophy Quality
The counties overlapping Wyoming Unit 100 carry a strong history of trophy-class pronghorn production. Based on the trophy record data available through HuntPilot's analysis, this area has generated consistent trophy records over multiple decades, and production in recent years suggests the quality remains present.
It's worth noting the standard caveat for any trophy record evaluation: records are logged by county, not by individual hunt unit. The same county-level trophy history is shared across all units that fall within those county boundaries, including neighboring units. That said, Unit 100's geographic positioning within these counties — combined with the terrain elevation and habitat characteristics of the unit — supports the conclusion that trophy-class animals are a realistic possibility here, not just a theoretical one.
Pronghorn at this elevation typically benefit from strong summer forage, which supports antler development. Hunters chasing record-book potential will find this unit worth taking seriously, though as with any limited-entry tag, trophy expectations should be calibrated to the reality that exceptional bucks are never guaranteed — even in areas with strong historical production.
Herd Health & Population Trends
Wildlife survey data covering four survey years from 2021 through 2024 shows an average buck-to-doe ratio of 53:100 across all surveys. For pronghorn, a buck-to-doe ratio in this range is a solid indicator of a reasonably balanced herd with adequate breeding-age males present. Ratios in the 40–60:100 range are generally considered healthy for managed pronghorn populations, and Unit 100's four-year average lands squarely in that zone.
This kind of consistency across four survey years is meaningful. It suggests the herd is not experiencing dramatic swings from predation pressure, disease events, or severe weather impacts — all of which can compress buck-to-doe ratios quickly in pronghorn populations. A stable ratio over multiple survey cycles is exactly what hunters want to see when evaluating long-term unit viability.
The reduction in tag numbers from 2022 to subsequent seasons (from 347 hunters down to the 98–129 range) also suggests Wyoming Game and Fish is actively managing this unit to maintain herd health and quality rather than running it at maximum harvest pressure. That conservative management approach, combined with the observed herd ratios, points toward a unit being managed with sustainability in mind.
Access & Terrain
Unit 100 covers 539,075 acres with 58% classified as public land — roughly 312,000 acres of accessible terrain. That is a meaningful chunk of huntable ground, and importantly, there is no designated wilderness within the unit. The absence of wilderness in Unit 100 means nonresident hunters are not subject to Wyoming's mandatory guide requirement that applies to nonresidents hunting in designated wilderness areas. This unit is fully accessible for DIY nonresident hunters who are willing to put in the scouting work.
The elevation range of 6,244 to 8,607 feet places much of this unit in what hunters would characterize as high-desert to sub-alpine transition terrain — well above the classic Wyoming basin pronghorn country but not the extreme high-country that requires significant backpacking infrastructure. Expect a mix of open sagebrush parks, rolling grass and forb meadows, and scattered timber at the higher reaches. Pronghorn in this elevation band tend to occupy the open flats and ridge edges where they can use their exceptional eyesight to monitor for threats at long distances.
That eyesight is the central tactical challenge in Unit 100. Pronghorn are arguably the most visually aware big game animal in North America — they will detect movement and glass-shine at distances that would be entirely irrelevant when hunting elk or deer in timbered terrain. Hunters who plan to glass-and-stalk need to commit to extreme range glassing, slow approaches, and patience. Road-accessible glassing points are valuable here, and hunters who invest time pre-hunt to locate specific bucks before ever making a stalk will dramatically improve their odds.
The 42% private land in the unit does require awareness. Hunters planning DIY approaches should map public land boundaries carefully before hunting — particularly in lower-elevation areas where private agricultural land tends to be concentrated. The higher-elevation public land blocks typically offer more contiguous huntable acreage.
HuntPilot Analysis
Is Unit 100 worth applying for?
Based on the data, the answer for most pronghorn hunters is yes — with clear-eyed understanding of what the unit offers.
The harvest success argument is compelling. A 91% success rate in 2025 on a limited-entry permit is elite performance. Even the lower years at 72% (2023 and 2024) are competitive with or better than most Wyoming units. If the goal is filling a tag on a mature pronghorn buck in country with solid public access and no guide requirement, Unit 100 checks the primary boxes.
The trophy argument is also genuine. The counties overlapping this unit have a documented history of producing trophy-class pronghorn over multiple decades. This is not a unit hunters should dismiss on trophy grounds.
The main consideration is draw competition. The drop in hunter numbers from 2022 to recent years indicates this is now a limited-entry tag with controlled allocation, not a general-area or easily-drawn opportunity. Wyoming pronghorn tags operate under a preference point system, and Unit 100's combination of strong success rates and trophy history means it attracts serious applicants who are building and spending points. Hunters with limited points should check current draw odds through HuntPilot's unit page before committing a point investment, as draw difficulty varies significantly by tag type and residency.
For nonresidents specifically, the tag fee structure (discussed in the application section below) is a meaningful financial commitment. Hunters should evaluate whether Unit 100 aligns with their overall Wyoming pronghorn strategy given their current point status.
Residents with accumulated preference points for pronghorn should strongly consider Unit 100 as a target unit if they are looking for a combination of huntability and trophy potential in accessible, wilderness-free terrain.
How to Apply
Wyoming pronghorn tags — both resident and nonresident — are issued through the Wyoming Game and Fish Department's annual draw. Preference points matter: hunters accumulate points each year they apply and do not draw, and those points are consumed upon a successful draw. Building points strategically toward high-demand units is a standard Wyoming pronghorn approach for both residents and nonresidents.
2026 Application Details
For 2026, applications open January 2, 2026 with a deadline of June 1, 2026. A separate point-only deadline of November 2, 2026 applies for hunters who want to bank a preference point without applying for a specific tag.
Resident fees (2026):
- Application fee: $5
- Tag fee: $22 (one tag type) or $37 (second tag type)
- License fee: $0.00 (required to apply — confirm current license requirements with Wyoming Game and Fish)
Nonresident fees (2026):
- Application fee: $15
- Tag fee options: $34, $326, or $1,200 depending on tag type
- License fee: $0.00 (required to apply — confirm current license requirements with Wyoming Game and Fish)
- Point fee: $31 (for point-only applications)
The significant range in nonresident tag fees — from $34 to $1,200 — reflects the different tag types available in Wyoming's pronghorn draw. The lower fee tags correspond to doe/fawn management permits, while the higher fees represent any-buck or premium limited-entry tags. Hunters should confirm which tag type applies to their specific draw application before submitting.
2028 Application Details
For hunters planning further ahead, 2028 applications open January 5, 2028 with a deadline of March 1, 2028 for all regular draw applications.
To apply, visit the Wyoming Game and Fish Department's draw application portal. HuntPilot's Wyoming draw resources are available at huntpilot.ai/states/wy for draw odds, historical data, and unit comparisons.
Dates and fees are subject to change. Always verify current application details at the Wyoming Game and Fish Department website before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the terrain like in Wyoming Unit 100 for pronghorn hunting?
Unit 100 spans 539,075 acres across an elevation range of 6,244 to 8,607 feet — terrain that transitions from open sagebrush and grass parks at lower elevations to sub-alpine meadows and scattered timber at the higher reaches. This is not classic basin pronghorn country; the higher elevation adds physical demand and produces different habitat conditions than lower Wyoming units. Pronghorn in this unit occupy open terrain where their long-distance vision gives them a natural advantage. Hunters should plan for wide-open glassing conditions and long stalk distances. There is no wilderness designation within the unit, making all public land (58% of the total acreage) accessible to both resident and nonresident DIY hunters.
What is the harvest success rate in Wyoming Unit 100 for pronghorn?
Unit 100 has posted strong harvest numbers across recent seasons. The 2025 season saw 89 of 98 hunters fill their tags — a 91% success rate. The 2023 and 2024 seasons both came in at 72% success, and 2022 recorded 84% on a much larger hunter pool of 347 hunters. The multi-year average across 2022–2025 sits well above what most Wyoming pronghorn units produce, making Unit 100 one of the more consistently productive units in the state based on available data.
How big are the pronghorn in Wyoming Unit 100?
The counties overlapping Unit 100 have a documented history of producing trophy-class pronghorn, with records that reflect consistent production across multiple decades. This qualifies as strong trophy potential by Wyoming standards. Hunters specifically targeting mature trophy bucks will find the area has legitimate historical pedigree, though exceptional animals are never guaranteed on any single hunt. The combination of strong harvest success and genuine trophy history makes Unit 100 one of the more well-rounded pronghorn options in Wyoming's draw system.
Is Wyoming Unit 100 worth applying for with limited preference points?
That depends on current draw odds, which fluctuate with applicant pressure each year. The unit's strong harvest success and trophy history make it a competitive draw target — meaning hunters with few points may face a longer wait for some tag types. The doe/fawn management tags (lower fee options) generally draw at much better odds and can be a strategic way to hunt the unit while building points toward a buck tag. For current draw odds by point level and tag type, check HuntPilot's Unit 100 page at huntpilot.ai/states/wy before building your application strategy around this unit.
Does Wyoming Unit 100 require a guide for nonresident hunters?
No. Unit 100 has no designated wilderness within its boundaries, which means Wyoming's mandatory guide requirement for nonresident wilderness hunting does not apply here. Nonresident hunters can pursue pronghorn in Unit 100 as fully independent DIY hunters, provided they hold the appropriate license and tag. The 58% public land coverage gives nonresidents meaningful access to huntable terrain without requiring private land permission or guide services.